Welcome to the SAIS Early Career Heads Workshop Series & Cohort. This 8-month series is tailored specifically for early career independent school heads. Stepping into a leadership role is both an exciting and challenging endeavor. We want to support you through this pivotal transition, providing insights, strategies, and a supportive community as you navigate your early leadership journey.
Facilitated by Dr. Brett Jacoben, SAIS President, each monthly session will be anchored in a timely leadership challenge aligned with your stage of the journey—whether it’s setting direction, building trust, managing change, or sustaining momentum. Thoughtful reflection will be woven into each meeting, creating space for shared learning and personal insight. From time to time, experienced heads and field experts will join us to offer perspective, advice, and practical tools to help you lead with clarity and confidence.
All SAIS heads in their first three years are included in the cohort for early career heads. Pre-registration is not required. For all virtual sessions, the Zoom access link will be emailed prior to each session. Times listed are in the Eastern time zone.
In addition to the early career heads workshop series, SAIS provides a variety of in-person and virtual opportunities to add value to you, your team, and your school community.
